About Luzerne County Community College
Established in 1967, Luzerne County Community College is a two-year public college located in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, which offers associate’s degrees, certificates, and diploma programs. LCCC states a mission that promotes “excellence in education, fosters student success in achievement of goals, and positively impacts Luzerne county and the surrounding Northeastern Pennsylvania region.” Courses are offered in classroom settings as well as in online learning.
LCCC’s Distance Education program offers eleven associate degree programs online as well as several other courses. Each of these online courses consists of a minimum of 80% online content. Schedules are subject to change each semester. Most programs offer a combination of fully online, hybrid, day or evening courses. Hybrid courses are a combination of online course work and traditional classroom lecture and/or lab. Any on campus requirements are listed in Self Service.
Accreditation & Licensing
Luzerne County Community College is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Associate's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 6,271 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 22% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
23%Transfer Rate:
17%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$40,437Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$11,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
44%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$4,934Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by Luzerne County Community College
Luzerne County Community College is a strong two-year starting point, especially if you plan to transfer. The route is straightforward. Begin here, then move to a four-year school. Its transfer partnerships with nearby universities help credits carry over and keep your timeline on track when you plan classes early.
Cost and pace are big strengths. You can save money and still move forward at a steady rate. The classes are solid for a two-year college, and many students find the coursework worthwhile.
This path is affordable, but it is not easy. Courses take real study time. Tests can be challenging, and some classes offer little extra credit. Students who stay organized and put in the work can make strong progress.
At Luzerne County Community College, support often feels hands-on in daily school life. Admissions and onboarding help is practical. Class planning support can make the start of term easier and less stressful.
Response times can vary by office, so experiences are not always the same. Still, many students find steady help as they move through classes and school tasks.
Nursing appears to have had the biggest staffing strain, which may affect consistency in that program. Outside nursing, support comes across as more stable and community-focused.
LCCC fits students who need a practical schedule. Various campuses make attendance manageable. That helps adults keep classes in the week.
Online learners looking for lower-cost credits may like this setup. The school is often used as a transfer start. The pace still needs steady study time. This is a practical path with real course demands.
Classes at LCCC are a mixed but workable experience. Small class sizes can make courses feel more personal. Teaching quality varies by instructor. “Some classes are way easy, and teachers can be dull.” At the same time, strong classes can shift direction: “English was the best class.
I actually changed my field because of it.” The academic pace is not effortless. Coursework can require several study hours per class. Tests can be difficult, and extra credit may be limited.
Professors and staff often help students get started with admissions and class selection, which supports a smoother first-term rhythm. Overall, this is a practical academic environment with uneven instruction but solid foundational coursework.
LCCC is a practical place to start college. Cost and transfer value lead the story. It works well for early credits. Then many students move to a four-year school.
Classes take real effort. Expect steady study time and hard tests. Teaching quality varies by class and professor. Support is helpful in many cases.
Response speed is not always consistent across offices. The biggest note is nursing. Reports there describe serious instability and weak follow-through. That note is program-specific, not schoolwide. Overall, LCCC fits price-conscious students with a clear transfer plan.
LCCC is a practical place to start college. Cost and transfer value lead the story. It works well for early credits. Then many students move to a four-year school.
Classes take real effort. Expect steady study time and hard tests. Teaching quality varies by class and professor. Support is helpful in many cases.
Response speed is not always consistent across offices. The biggest note is nursing. Reports there describe serious instability and weak follow-through. That note is program-specific, not schoolwide. Overall, LCCC fits price-conscious students with a clear transfer plan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luzerne County Community College
Is Luzerne County Community College accredited?
Yes. Luzerne County Community College is institutionally accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many online programs does Luzerne County Community College offer?
Luzerne County Community College offers 5 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Luzerne County Community College offer?
Luzerne County Community College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at Luzerne County Community College?
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Is Luzerne County Community College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Luzerne County Community College falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Luzerne County Community College?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask Luzerne County Community College first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
Is Luzerne County Community College military friendly?
Luzerne County Community College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
How can students request information from Luzerne County Community College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for Luzerne County Community College applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does Luzerne County Community College accept life experience credit?
Luzerne County Community College does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are Luzerne County Community College programs fully online or mixed?
Luzerne County Community College includes Mostly Online and 100% Online options, so students should check the format of their specific program before applying.
What kinds of online programs does Luzerne County Community College offer?
Luzerne County Community College has online program options in areas such as Business and Art & Liberal Arts; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Do any Luzerne County Community College programs have specialized accreditation?
Program-specific accreditors include Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Are any admission tests required for Luzerne County Community College programs?
One recurring admissions-test item is ACCUPLACER. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Luzerne County Community College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Luzerne County Community College programs have state authorization limitations?
State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at Luzerne County Community College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Luzerne County Community College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Luzerne County Community College programs?
Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a Luzerne County Community College program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Luzerne County Community College is located in Pennsylvania
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